week 2
- computer-aided design
- Assignment: model and render a possible final project
Here we are into 3D. After a quick review of few web sites, the attention focuses on the most used softwares for modeling, step one to create a digital object before to send it to the machines.
I have been using few of the software in the list and someone more not in the list. I recognize that the world of 3D never stops, it is always updating and develping. This is why it is impossible to answer the most frequent question in these days from the guys for the first time in front of a CAD: Which is better for me? I really thing that there is no answer for that, it depends what it is to be designed, if you have a Mac or a PC, your mental workflow may also affect your decision. So, the best thing is to study more apps you can and always be update with new tools.
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I designed a sailing boat using Rhino 3D.
Sailing boat are a perfect exercize for learning a new 3d modeller because all surfaces are variably rounded.
Working with Bezier curves and the swipe command make it really easy.
It is to design in the 3 orthographic planes the essential lines of the structure, trying to reache the most essential primitive of the object.
In this way you can also drop down the future errors.
Here is the file of this simple but modern look sail boat.